Switching Reel Strips

[Yoeddy1]

Hey all,

Is there a video, photos, etc, of a reel strip "swap" procedure?  I'm going to be taking on a conversion project and really the only area that I'm a bit concerned with is the strip replacement procedure since I've never done it before.  Many say that it's a big pain in the arse.  Any words of wisdom would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Jason

[brichter]

Be careful peeling the end away from the gummy crap that holds them together... I clean that off and apply Scotch double-sided tape. Trim to fit with scissors or an X-Acto knife.

Other than that, it's pretty straightforward, engage the slots into the tabs and roll the reel around til you're back where you started.

[idesign]

If the ends are stuck together tightly, use a hair dryer to warm up the goo holding them together.  Don't heat them up too much or you will deform the strips.  Use the low setting.